Reviews & Ratings

2008 Merryvale Chardonnay "Starmont"

Winery: Merryvale

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Starmont"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Napa Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $20

Cases produced: 34,050

KWG Score: 89.5 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: June 4, 2010

Wine Review: This light yellow colored Chard opens with a mild Anjou pear like bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium to full bodied and balanced with nicely integrated acidity. The flavor profile is a tasty gentle green apple with notes of lime and Clementine. There was also a touch of vanilla mixed in as well. This wine was dry and very refreshing. Serve this crowd pleasing Chard slightly chilled with bacon wrapped scallops or baked brie. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of Graventstein apple, Bosc pear, mandarin orange, peach, and apple tart with roasted hazelnut, vanilla bean and spice (nutmeg and clove). The wine has a soft entry leading to a round fleshy mid-palate and is filled with layers of fruit and spice. Toasty notes are accentuated on the long finish. We recommend pairing with a butterflied, lemon-herb roasted chicken.

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